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This prop was used in the 1990 live performance of The Wall in Berlin, by Roger Waters and guest performers. The concert commemorated the fall of the Berlin wall, which occurred eight months before.
As noted by the plaque attached, the prop was…

This creature is known as the Makara and appears in literature and architecture in cultures from South Asia to South America. It appears with a crocodilian body, an elephantine face, and with a fish-like tail. It is revered as a guardian of the water…

The Swiss pocket watch, which is encased in the original 14k gold, the case which is measured to around 28mm. The pocket watch also includes the original golden yellow chain. The interface— 26cm in width—is made of white enamel with painted Arabic…

This headwear serves a duality as both a hairstyling accessory, keeping hair in place and compressed (used often for waves, braids, cornrows), and as a significant cultural identifier, especially within Black communities. The durag appears frequently…

This edition of Ye by Kanye West features a single 12-inch LP, an album cover, and an inner sleeve that contains the vinyl record. The album cover features a photograph of a mountainous scene and a cloudy sky, with the text “I hate being Bipolar,…

These photographs show my grandmother and her family in Mexico during the mid-20th century. It captures everyday life and reflects clothing, environment, and family relationships of the period. Images like these help preserve personal histories that…

The DS is a gaming console that was made by the company Nintendo. It was popularized for its inclusive nature and its ability to be easily transported to play with others. With many titles like the Pokémon, Mario and Ace Attorney frranchies being the…

This is the latest version of the Raspberry Pi, which is also the most expensive one ever, at around $305 for 16 GB as of April 21st, 2026. This single-board computer is small but packed with new features like a power button, dual 4Kp60 ports…

This machete was obtained by a family member some time while deployed for Operation Desert Storm and passed down. The machete itself has a decorative leather sheath, a black handle, and a long slightly curved steel blade. The blade shows surface ware…

This artifact includes two old U.S. coins: a 1909 Indian Head Cent and an 1857 Flying Eagle Cent. These coins represent early American currency and show how money has changed over time. The 1857 coin is especially important because it was one of the…